Organizational Setting

The Department of Nuclear Safety and Security (NS) formulates and implements the IAEA’s nuclear safety and security programme, which encompasses the Agency’s activities to protect people and the environment from radiation exposure and responds to the needs of its Member States related to nuclear safety and nuclear security.

The Division of Nuclear Security (NSNS) is responsible for establishing, coordinating and implementing the IAEA’s nuclear security programme to protect against, detect and respond to criminal acts or acts of nuclear terrorism and threats thereof. NSNS comprises four Sections:

•Nuclear Security of Materials Outside of Regulatory Control Section
•Nuclear Security of Materials and Facilities Section
•Information Management Section
•Programme Development and International Cooperation Section

The Nuclear Security of Materials Outside of Regulatory Control Section (MORC) is responsible, upon request, to assist States, for activities that assist States in establishing and maintaining nuclear security systems and measures for the prevention and detection of, and response to, nuclear and other radioactive material outside of regulatory control. These activities include developing nuclear security guidance that is consistent with the relevant binding and non-binding international instruments, as well as providing assistance, upon request, to States in implementing the nuclear security framework. In addition to the development of nuclear security guidance, the Section conducts the International Nuclear Security Security Advisory Service (INSServ) and expert missions, upon request, to help States to establish and maintain effective nuclear security regimes, provides training activities, develops methodologies, and assists in security upgrades relating to nuclear and radioactive material detection and response capabilities. The Section implements Coordinated Research Projects and technical meetings in the field of nuclear security of material out of regulatory control, assists Member States in the implementation of nuclear security measures to support Major Public Events, and organizes a large number of evaluation missions, training courses and workshops, and convenes technical meetings for methodology development.

The Crime Scene Management and Nuclear Forensics Unit is responsible for performing activities related to development of States’ Radiological Crime Scene Management capabilities and capacities and the planning and implementation of nuclear forensics capabilities. The Unit supports States’ efforts to establish national nuclear forensics laboratories and develop forensic processes and procedures to support the activities of laboratories. The Unit has responsibility for the development and review of Nuclear Security Series publications dedicated to Radiological Crime Scene Management and Nuclear Forensics and the development and implementation of training activities based on that guidance.

Main Purpose

Under the supervision and the guidance of the Crime Scene Management and Nuclear Forensics Unit Head, the Nuclear Security Officer (RCSM) will provide expertise and delivery of RCSM content to Member States, on request, in order to assist them in developing and sustaining effective capabilities to collect and process evidence in the presence of radioactivity, building upon States’ expertise in traditional crime scene management.

Role

The Nuclear Security Officer (RCSM) is: (1) a technical expert/contributor, managing projects of particular complexity and/or sensitivity; (2) a coordinator of projects involving IAEA-wide efforts and the participation of experts from Member States and other international organizations; (3) a facilitator, supporting the planning, review, monitoring and assessment of the activities conducted in relation with RCSM; and (4) an advisor, supporting a forward-looking approach aiming at enhancing the effectiveness of the RSCM activities. The Nuclear Security Officer (RSCM) responsibilities include the support to the preparation and implementation of activities related to RCSM, such as assisting with the development of training documents, the preparation and implementation of training activities, the drafting of nuclear security guidance documents, and the facilitation of consultancy meetings.

Functions / Key Results Expected

• Assist States in building upon their existing crime scene management methods by identifying and promoting science-based practices for proper collection and processing of evidence in the presence of radioactivity and for ensuring the safety for all those involved in the scene
• Organize and facilitate consultancy meetings, as required, in IAEA RCSM related topics;
• Assist with capacity building activities in RCSM related subjects, based on Member States’ needs, in particular through the preparation, coordination, implementation and evaluation of training events;
• Ensure the development of Nuclear Security Guidance documents in the area of RCSM related subjects;
• Promote Member States’ use of published Nuclear Security Series Guidance in the RCSM related subjects.

The incumbent may perform his/her work in areas involving exposure to radioactive materials. Therefore, as an Occupationally Exposed Worker, he/she must be medically cleared by VIC Medical Service and is subject to an appropriate radiation and health monitoring programme, in accordance with the IAEA’s Radiation Safety Regulations.

Competencies and Expertise

Core Competencies(Competency Framework)

Functional Competencies

Required Expertise

Qualifications, Experience and Language skills

Bachelor’s degree- University degree in Nuclear Physics, Nuclear Engineering, Nuclear Chemistry or Nuclear Security related discipline.

Minimum of five years’ experience working in nuclear security, with a solid foundation in nuclear and radiation sciences and a focus on nuclear and radiological emergencies triggered by nuclear security events and field response operations. This experience should be gained from working in an international and national environments.
Experience in developing guidance and training materials related to the technical, nuclear science elements supporting nuclear and radiological emergencies triggered by nuclear security events, an advantage.
Excellent oral and written command of English. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is an asset.
Experience in working with international organizations or institutes is desirable.

Excellent oral and written command of English. Knowledge of other official IAEA languages (Arabic, Chinese, French, Russian and Spanish) is an asset.

Remuneration

The IAEA offers an attractive remuneration package including a tax-free annual net base salary starting at US $64121 (subject to mandatory deductions for pension contributions and health insurance), a variable post adjustment which currently amounts to US $ 31868*, dependency benefits, rental subsidy, education grant, relocation and repatriation expenses; Other benefits include 6 weeks’ annual leave, home leave travel, pension plan and health insurance. More information on the conditions of employment can be found at: https://www.iaea.org/about/employment/professional-staff/conditions

General Information

• The IAEA’s paramount consideration in the recruitment of staff member is to secure employees of the highest standards of efficiency, technical competence and integrity.
• Staff Members shall be selected without any unfair treatment or arbitrary distinction based on a person’s race, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, nationality, ethnic origin, disability, age, language, social origin or other similar shared characteristic or trait.
• The IAEA is committed to gender equality and to promoting a diverse workforce. Applications from qualified women and candidates from developing countries are strongly encouraged.
• Applicants should be aware that IAEA staff members are international civil servants and may not accept instructions from any other authority. The IAEA is committed to applying the highest ethical standards in carrying out its mandate. As part of the United Nations common system, the IAEA subscribes to the following core ethical standards (or values): Integrity, Professionalism and Respect for diversity.
• The IAEA has a zero-tolerance policy on conduct that is incompatible with the aims and objectives of the United Nations and the IAEA, including sexual harassment, abuse of authority and discrimination.

Evaluation process

• The evaluation of applicants will be conducted on the basis of the information submitted in the application according to the selection criteria stated in the vacancy announcement. Applicants must provide complete and accurate information. Evaluation of qualified candidates may include an assessment exercise, which may be followed by a competency-based interview.
• Candidates under serious consideration for selection may be subject to reference and background checks as part of the recruitment process.

Appointment information

• Appointment is subject to a satisfactory medical report.
• Staff members may be assigned to any location.
• Candidates appointed to posts in the Professional and higher categories are subject to IAEA rotation policy and their maximum tour of service shall normally be seven years.
• The IAEA retains the discretion not to make any appointment to this vacancy, to make an appointment at a lower grade or with a different contract type, or to make an appointment with a modified job description or for shorter duration than indicated above.